OMG I love this Kate Spade lemon series! I want to deck out the kitchen and dining room with them! The apron, tablecloth and placemats are just too cute! Honey if you’re reading this these would make awesome anniversary/birthday presents.

Ahhh, spring in Michigan…looks a lot like winter unfortunately. I worked A LOT this winter, between my day job, teaching and blogging I didn’t spend much time having fun or working on my winter bucket list. I would like to change that this spring and spend a little more time enjoying life, so step one is to create some fun goals.

Go to Opening Day

Spring clean the house

Refresh my windowsill garden

Plan a picnic date

Visit the Toledo Zoo to see the elephants

Brunch on the patio

Go for a bike ride

Make homeade ice cream

Go to Flower Day at Eastern Market

Go to Michigan’s Spring Game – We didn’t go to the Spring Game, but we did go to the special practice at Ford Field

Shop at the Farmer’s Market

Go to Pewabic Pottery’s Garden Party

Go on a bike ride

Use the grill

Celebrate Cinco de Mayo

Take an outdoor yoga class

Take a Memorial Day weekend trip

Make limoncello

Pick berries from a local farm

Go to a Mother’s Day tea

What are your favorite spring bucket list activities?

I will add to this list throughout the season so let me know your favorites.

Spring fashion is upon us, which usually means showing a little more skin in order to beat the heat. Shorts, rompers, crop tops, tank tops, and other styles are usually wildly popular during this time, and there’s no reason why curvy women can’t partake in the latest trends, too. Not only can plus size women rock these styles with a few helpful tips on accessorizing and flattering your figure, but it’s also the perfect opportunity to let your confidence shine. Below I’ve provided a few ideas on how to wear these trends that I hope you’ll enjoy and find useful as the temperatures begin to rise.

A pair of nice shorts should be a staple in every woman’s spring wardrobe. Not only are they versatile, as they can be dressed up or dressed down, but they look sophisticated and classy, too. Choose a nautical-inspired pair, or opt for something loose and scalloped for a feminine look. Whatever you pick, wearing your shorts with a pair of wedges or even the slightest of heels doesn’t have to be awkward, according to BuzzFeed, and they will help elongate your legs.

Rompers, like shorts, can also be paired with heels, but they look just as great with lace-up sandals. The typical cut of a romper is usually loose and forgiving, no matter your size, and can be easily accessorized to flatter your figure. Pair with a statement necklace if you want to draw the eye up to your bust and face, or pair with a wide belt to accentuate your hourglass figure. Complement your romper with a cardigan for cool spring nights and continue to experiment with layers until you get the look just right.

Woman Within’s goal is to “make it easy for you to love what you wear,” and tank tops are definitely topping that list. It’s all about feeling comfortable, and there are many ways to achieve this thanks to layering techniques. If you’d rather not bare your arms, then look for a short sleeve shrug or cardigan to top your tank. Or maybe you’re concerned about your waist or tummy area, which can actually be solved by tucking tanks into high-waisted bottoms, like jeans, shorts, and one of our favorites—a billowing maxi skirt.

And let’s not forget about the crop top. StyleCaster shares how curvy chicks and any body shape can rock a crop top. High-waisted skirts, shorts, and pants are any crop-top wearer’s best friend because it’s just not cool to even show your navel anymore. Keep in mind that the tummy sliver is the latest trend and can be achieved with a crop top off the shelf, or by making your own by knotting a T-shirt you already own.

The important thing to remember is that the way many of these trends are actually worn has changed drastically since they first emerged. No longer does the crop top get paired with super-low rise jeans like we saw in the ’90s. Today, many of the most sought-after crop tops only show a hint of belly, making the look much more modest. Shorts no longer have to put your cheeks on display in order to be in style, and rompers are the best thing since sliced bread, as far as effortless chic is concerned, so why hesitate? I say wear what you love and enjoy the process, no matter your size!